Flucin 250 mg (Capsule)
Unit Price: ৳ 8.00 (48's pack: ৳ 384.00)
Medicine Details
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Generic | Flucloxacillin sodium |
| Company | Millat pharmaceuticals ltd |
| Also available as |
Indications
- Treatment of skin and soft tissue infections
- Treatment of respiratory tract infections
- Treatment of osteomyelitis
- Prophylactic agent for surgical procedures
Pharmacology
- Active against Gram-positive organisms
- Inhibits cell wall formation of bacteria
- Bactericidal antibiotic
- Resistant to hydrolysis by penicillinase
Dosage
- Adult oral dose: 250 mg four times daily
- Children oral dose: 1/2 of adult dose
- Intramuscular injection: 250 mg four times daily for adults
Administration
- Oral doses to be administered 1 hour before meal
Interaction
- May result in increased levels of Flucin in blood with concurrent use of other medications
Contraindications
- Contraindicated in penicillin hypersensitive patients
Side Effects
- Common gastrointestinal side effects
- Skin reactions like rashes and urticaria
- Liver and kidney related adverse effects
Pregnancy & Lactation
- US FDA Pregnancy Category B
- Caution advised during lactation as drug is excreted in human milk
Precautions & Warnings
- Use with caution in patients with hepatic dysfunction
- Consider allergic diathesis in patient treatment
Use in Special Populations
- Consider dose adjustments in severe renal failure patients
Therapeutic Class
- Penicillinase-resistant penicillins
Reconstitution
- Other administration routes include intraarticular and intrapleural injection
- Inhalation by nebulizer also possible
Storage Conditions
- Store in a dry place away from light and heat
- Keep out of reach of children